# Getting Started with Lipachat

Lipachat enables you to easily integrate WhatsApp APIs into your applications to send and receive messages from your customers, helping you enhance communication and engagement.

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#### Sign Up for the Sandbox Environment

To get started, [sign up](https://app.lipachat.com) for our sandbox environment, where you can quickly test your integrations before going live.
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#### Test with Lipachat’s Sandbox Number

For testing purposes, we provide a sandbox number: **+254110090747**. You can use this number to quickly experiment with the APIs and simulate real-world WhatsApp interactions.

[Read more..](/reference/sandbox.md)
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### Link Your Number

Reference the guide [here](/reference/go-live.md) to learn how to go live with your number.
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### 📘 Quick Tutorials

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